We have started our DTS at YWAM Nelson, NZ! Come check out how we are doing and what we are up to!
Pray for a government to reform in Haiti that will care for the needs of its people. Right now there is still anarchy and various gangs vying for power. They need a government willing and able to represent and negotiate for their people.
Pray for improved relations between Dominican Republic and Haiti. The Dominican Republic is currently rounding up and deporting as many of the Haitians living in their country as they can and the pressure is intensifying. There is a desperate need for peace and mutual understanding between these two nations.
Pray for spiritual awakening in both countries. Pride has a spiritual stronghold over Dominican Republic. Haiti has been captive to witchcraft and bound to a mentality of poverty for centuries. The name of Jesus has the power to cast down strongholds and set the captives free. We call for an outpouring of the Holy Spirit and an increased awareness of his presence.
Floods have created a new lake as water runs down the mountains.
From the 26th to the 27th of June, the Nelson-Tasman area was hit with heavy rain. Flooding closed many of the roads in the area just south and west of our base and forced many people to evacuate. One person was killed. As of the 29th, more rain is predicted to come later this week. Pray for protection over people and livestock, especially on the roads. Pray for God's provision for those who have had homes and businesses damaged by the floods.
Pray for continued health of our entire team and staff, especially once we leave for outreach. Most of our travels will be in crowded, less sanitary places, so health and safety is a large concern.
Pray for good relationships between our team members. We were warned that the biggest reason missionaries quit is because of arguments and offense with their coworkers. We want to be known for how we love; loving one another, loving the people we serve, and loving Christ.
Pray for spiritual resilience as we go through the course. DTS can be physically, mentally, and emotionally draining. We must lean on God every step of the way to make it through.
Pray for the funds to come in so that we can go on outreach, and for God's continued provision.
Pray that we would seek and find God's guidance on the right steps to take and when.
Pray that our relationship with God and with each other would strengthen and grow during this time.
Pray that our hearts would be soft and receptive to the teachings here. We want to get out of the way and let God move in our lives and hearts.